Some scientists make discoveries. Others create entirely new ways of understanding the universe. Harish-Chandra belonged to the latter group. Born in Kanpur in 1923, he began his academic career as a physicist and earned his doctorate at the University of Cambridge under Nobel laureate Paul Dirac. During this period, he identified a mathematical error in…
China’s tree cover increased, but natural forests kept shrinking and fragmenting. (AI photo) China’s ambitious tree-planting campaigns have helped increase the country’s overall forest cover over the past three decades. But a new study says the growth in planted forests tells only part of the story.While millions of hectares of trees were added to the…
In the 1980s, Robert De Niro found chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s Beverly Hills restaurant; years later, it is now a luxury empire of restaurants and chain hotels across the world worth millions. (Instagram) Did you know Robert De Niro once helped turn a simple Japanese restaurant into a multi-million-dollar empire consisting of a restaurant chain as…
Reliance Jio Infocomm is reportedly close to filing draft papers for its long-awaited $4 billion initial public offering (IPO). According to a report by Financial Times, released on Wednesday, the filing is expected to come ahead of Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani’s annual address to shareholders at the company’s annual general meeting on Friday.If completed…
Dr. Savannah Ulalian Bishop photographs an archaeological amphora (Picture: KOC University) Imagine an ancient amphora recovered from the seabed after centuries underwater. It may be cracked, covered with deposits or missing large sections. Restoring such an object is difficult without causing further damage.To overcome this problem, researchers at Koc University in Turkiye have developed a…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared 3 new red lines in his address to the nation. He said Operation Sindoor had created a new normal. The first red line, he said, was that India will give befitting response if there is a terror attack in future. The second was that India will not tolerate nuclear blackmail…
KOLKATA: For Shannon Rowbury, the 2012 London Olympics never really ended.The US middle-distance runner finished sixth in the women’s 1500m final that night, believing she had missed out on an Olympic medal. But what followed over the next 13 years was the unravelling of one of the most tainted races in Olympic history.Turkey’s Asli Cakir…
On October 11, 2026, the Scorpio Moon stirs up intense emotions and fosters deeper connections. Couples can benefit from candid conversations, potentially igniting passion, while singles may experience thrilling new encounters. However, family gatherings could reveal underlying tensions, especially during Sunday dinners. Watch out for impulsive spending as emotional decisions could lead to regrettable purchases….
Wall Street inches higher as oil prices ease, inflation data calms markets US stocks moved higher on Friday as a retreat in oil prices helped ease some of the pressure on markets, and fresh inflation data came broadly in line with expectations.The S&P 500 gained 1%, putting the index on course to end a four-day…
There is fire in you today, and people may not expect it. The Moon stirs your courage, while Mars adds daring, pushing you to attempt something outside your usual comfort zone. You may speak more directly, take charge faster, or try a task others avoided.Short journeys are likely, and they may come from work, errands,…
Maya Angelou was an acclaimed American poet, memoirist, author and civil rights activist whose works inspired millions across the world. Known for her profound insights on life, identity, resilience and human dignity, Angelou often drew from her own experiences to share lessons that continue to resonate with readers of all ages. Her words encourage people…
Horoscope Today: Read daily horoscope predictions for August 5, 2026. Know all about the astrological events and influences that will be affecting each of the 12 zodiac signs. Our astrologer has analyzed the movements of the planets and the alignment of the stars to bring you the most accurate and up-to-date horoscope predictions for the…
